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Your holiday w x Bonjour Paris All the flavours of France come to life on this unforgettable journey that kicks off in Paris, the ‘City of Light’. Join your fellow travellers and Travel Director for a Welcome Reception and an orientation drive through the city. (WR) Hotel: Mercure 17 Batignolles Journey through Burgundy to Lyon We travel south to Burgundy, past the Céte d'Or vineyards of Gevrey- Chambertin and Nuits St. Georges. The colourful geometric roof tiles of the 15"-century Hospices are a sight to behold as we arrive in the medieval town of Beaune before continuing to Lyon, the gourmet capital of France. Perhaps spend your evening delving into the epicurean delights for which Lyon is justifiably famous. (B) Hotel: Mercure Centre Saxe Lafayette Onwards to Avignon, Monaco and the French Riviera Today we journey to the city of Avignon at the heart of Provence. See the Papal Palace and the bridge made famous by the song - Sur le Pont diAvignon, Continue through the Provencal countryside to Monaco. Upon arrival welll view the cathedral where Prince Rainier and Princess Grace were married, then in the evening welll enjoy a Regional Dinner in Monaco before continuing along the Riviera to our hotel. (B, RD) Hotel: Holiday Inn Nice The French Riviera Your Way The sun-kissed shores of the French Riviera are yours to explore today. Consider relaxing on the beach with your fellow sun- worshippers or an Optional Experience could see you visit the hilltop town of Saint-Paul-de-Vence, a popular haunt for actors seeking a relaxing retreat. In your free time, soak up the fresh sea air and perhaps indulge in a delicious Salade Nicoise. (B) Admire Arles and Continue to Carcassonne Visit Arles with its honey-coloured facades, Roman ruins and Camargue culture, and enjoy some time at leisure to explore this beautiful city. Alternatively, choose an Optional Experience to gain a deeper understanding of Vincent van Gogh and local history with our resident expert, before winding your way to the fortified city of Carcassonne. Join a Loca! Specialist to explore this ancient town, view the Cité, and see the double ring of ramparts and 52 towers. (B, D) Hotel: Mercure La Cité Pilgrimage to Lourdes and on to Biarritz We drive toward the Pyrenees this morning and arrive in Lourdes, the global centre of the Marian pilgrimage. You will have an opportunity to see the Basilica, perched atop St. Bernadette's Grotto, where the young Girl, turned saint, is said to have seen visions of the Virgin Mary. We travel west to the Basque Coast, where we spend the night, (B) Hotel: Radisson Blu Venture to Bordeaux We arrive in the wine capital of Bordeaux whose stunning riverfront and Age of Enlightenment history and architecture have made it one of France's most visited cities. Spend some time seeing the sights during your orientation of the city. (B) Hotel: Mercure Centre Ville Discover Scenic Dordogne The lush green valleys and hills of the Dordogne take centre stage today during a scenic half-day excursion. We drive to Saint-Emilion, whose wine heritage dates back to Roman times and return to Bordeaux this evening for some free time to explore the city. Perhaps, tease your taste buds with delicious Bordelaise cuisine or stroll through the city's historical centre, admiring its beautiful architecture by night. (B) Stays With Stori Lunch Dinner © Connect With Locals), WR Welcome Reception L 8 Breakfast D a Your holiday planner See below for a selection of departure dates. js ' Speak to your Travel Agent or search ‘Best ain oa a Lelre wanes Weloumney, of France’ on trafalgar.com for all available through the 'Garden of France’, before we Connect Repartires’andpriciig With Locals for a delicious lunch and Be My Guest experience. Dive Into Culture and visit the remarkable . 2023 gardens at Chateau de Villandry before arriving at our ~ special hotel for the night - one of Trafalgar's Stays Ce Ni Nee) aN] gh Ea With Stories. (B, BMG,@, <2, G) Hotel: Chateau 30 2 de Beauvois May 02 07 14 16 Sep 03 05 10 12 a B 7 24 Jun 04 11 18 25 Oct 1 08 15¢ Jul 02 094 16 23 30 2024 Mar 31 1 28 Apr 07 14 21 28 N18 25 30 May 05 12 14 19 Sep 01 03 08 10 6 6 2 2 Jun 02 09 16 23 Oct 06 13 30 ‘A Bastille Day is a national holiday in France. Celebrations will be taking place throughout the country on 14 July. i‘ Special Rate Solo Rooming: These departures y include 20 - 100% discount on our standard single supplement. Tourangelle farm lunch. Experience a + Deals & discounts Off to Mont-Saint-Michel and the Normandy Beaches We travel through the patchwork landscapes of Brittany, to the extraordinary island settlement of Mont-Saint-Michel on the Normandy coast, where we Visit the island town and view its impressive Norman Benedictine Abbey. Follow the Liberty Highway to St. L6 and on to Omaha Beach. Reflect on the bravery of the young men who sacrificed their lives for freedom and visit the D-Day Landing Zone to learn how the operation was planned and executed, (B, D) offers including past guest offers, grou booking discounts for 9+ guests, multi-trip savings and more visit trafalgar.com/deals Journey to Paris We travel east towards Paris, stopping at Giverny to visit the house and gardens that once inspired Claude Monet's exquisite Impressionist works of art. This evening, consider a trip to one of the city’s renowned cabarets. (B) Hotel: Mercure 17 Batignolles Discover the Delights of Paris join your Loca! Specialist on a journey through the historic neighbourhoods of Paris to see where the locals live and shop. Visit the remarkable church of Saint-Sulpice. This evening, we celebrate an epic adventure with your Travel Director and newfound friends at a Farewell Dinner. (B, FD) Farewell Paris For now it's time to bid a fond au revoir to the Best of France and your fellow travellers at the end of a magical and memorable holiday. Find out more about your free airport transfer at trafalgar.com/ freetransfers. (B) @©see what happens on trip: #TTBestOfFrance Dive Into Culture Regional Dinner Farewell Dinner MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® BMG Be My Guest Trip code: FBOF 109 For Today's Best Travel Deals and year-round ° £ A = 3 £ a a FS S e a s ey a ry S Fe
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